I think people took a while to accept me for who I am, and I've learnt to articulate myself better when on… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
Buying scallops in their shells is the best way to ensure their freshness. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I was very much a tomboy in my younger days, which stood me in good stead for a career in male-dominated kitchens. — Monica Galetti Career Copy Share Image
You should only do what you do - in my case, cooking - while you still love to do it. But if… — Monica Galetti Cooking Copy Share Image
There are mums in the kitchen at amazing pubs and that can work - it's just as tough but the pressure is… — Monica Galetti Amazing Copy Share Image
I don't like to watch myself on 'Masterchef: The Professionals.' I cringe; it makes me feel sick, and I have to turn… — Monica Galetti Cringe Copy Share Image
I had four brothers and a sister, and there was always a lot of family around, so the house was loud and… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I always buy organic and love farm shops. Some people think that organic is more expensive, but if you plan wisely, you… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
The food culture that has most impressed me is Oman's. I learned to make an amazing spice mix that they rub into… — Monica Galetti Amazing Copy Share Image
The place I most missed my husband and family was when I stayed at Giraffe Manor, which is a crazy hotel in… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
When you're buying your whole fish, check that the eyes are clear and gills are a bright red colour and that there… — Monica Galetti Buying Copy Share Image
Auckland's a big city but they don't have an underground system. Buses or taxis are your only options and taxis are not… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
Some people find the appearance of cuttlefish off-putting, but I think this lesser eaten fish is really exciting and versatile. It's similar… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I know people who will look at the label on some ham, and if it's a day over they'll throw the whole… — Monica Galetti Day Copy Share Image
We always had a lot of pak choi because my dad grew it in his vast vegetable garden in New Zealand -… — Monica Galetti Dad Copy Share Image
I was raised in the Pacific Islands, so I remember picking fruit every morning for breakfast or collecting the eggs from the… — Monica Galetti Every morning Copy Share Image
I've seen many amazing chefs, girls, come into the kitchen and then give it up to be with their boyfriend. Would he… — Monica Galetti Amazing Copy Share Image
I coped OK with eating guinea pig, while staying at the stunning Mashpi Lodge, up in the cloud forest of Ecuador -… — Monica Galetti Cloud Copy Share Image
It's all about a beautiful table on Christmas day. I put out lovely napkins and napkin holders, and maybe put a wreath… — Monica Galetti Beautiful Copy Share Image
I believe you've got to move with the times but that doesn't mean you have to go crazy stupid and employ every… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image